anysja - melba, id

06/06/2016

Reviewer is A current student here.
Reviewer has not been to campus.

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In three sentences

nnu is an amazing school with an amazing community. each of the employees here truly care about each student and really help push you to be the best you that you can be. the atmosphere really allows you to grow as a christian and build a stronger relationship with god.

Courtney from Fruitland, ID

You can call at anytime of the day and a campus security guard will come take you to where you need to be. It is the safest place in Nampa.

Greek Life

None

Clubs and Activities

The three choirs are all amazingly talented and the music program is all around wonderful. NNU also takes great pride in its athletics and all the athletes are pushed to be their best.

Great for these types of students

People that love small town, laid-back atmospheres. Also students that want to have one-on-one attention from their professors.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The Flying M is a cute, fun coffee shop that is a cool place to hang out. One of everyone's favorite events is TWIRP (the woman is required to pay), where people dress up in fun costumes and go around town doing different activities.

Bang for the buck

It is a very expensive school, but there are lots of paid activities that we do. NNU also has some of the best professors and academic experiences.

What to do for fun

There is a Dutch Bros. right down the street, as well as a coffee shop on campus. There are multiple movie theaters, fast food joints, and fun hang-out spots. It is close to Boise, which has Table Rock, paint ball, shopping, rock-climbing, and lots of other things.

Food and Dining

The food is not always the best, but the people that work at The Dex are all so kind and friendly.

Dorm Life

The freshman dorms are really nice, since they are the newest. The girls in charge of each wing plan a lot of fun stuff, but it is pretty strict for the first semester of freshman year.

Academic Rigor

Each and every professor challenges you to be your best, offers help when needed, and tutors are easy to access. The classes are difficult at times, but that is what makes NNU an amazing school if you want to have a successful academic life.

Tips for prospective students

For the first week, say yes to every planned activity, you will meet so many fun people and NNU is a great place to be socially active. NNU offers so many great things, you just have to take advantage of it.

In three sentences

NNU is very community-oriented and everyone is so welcoming. The music department is amazing and all the professors truly care about you. Small class sizes offer a lot of one-on-one time if that is what you want.

Jacob from Tacoma, WA

There is plenty to do and a wide diversity of clubs to tailor to a wide variety of interests present on campus.

Great for these types of students

It is wonderful for those students wanting more of a discipleship education rather than an impersonal just the facts please education. The professors are very involved in the student's lives and want to see their students succeed rather than beating them down and reminding the student's of their status in life.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The new library is nicknamed the castle and looks a little like Hogwarts.

Bang for the buck

I feel like the price is worth every penny. Community is just as important as academics and I feel like both are wonderful.

If you want a caring community of people who want to see you succeed, NNU is the place for you. Look for what fits you what is a warm welcoming community and learning environment for me could be harsh and dry for you.

In three sentences

This college is not perfect. If you are looking for a perfect college stop now. NNU is a community that cares about its own. The professors are wonderful and not only teach and lecture you in class but will pull you aside to see how you are doing.

Ashlee from Aurora, CO

12/21/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

Students who love community and conversation. Smiling and the simple phrase hello or hi while walking across campus is encouraged. Knowing people's names happen real quick and its amazing how many people you end up knowing and are able to say hi to.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

TWIRP ( The women is required to pay) - A two day event in the fall full of fun activities all over the treasure valley. It all starts with being creative in how the girls ask the guys. Christmas Carol Chapel - On the last friday of classes the last chapel is singing Christmas songs while wearing your ugliest Christmas sweaters. Jingle bells can be heard from the abundance of keys and the 12 days of Christmas is a tradition all in its own. Week One- They love freshman and making sure they are welcome from the moment you arrive on campus.

Bang for the buck

NNU advertises the campus community and they completely tell the truth. I've never been apart of such a supportive community. I love the fun that can happen all while you're getting an education. NNU has already given me amazing friends and a place that I can call home.

What to do for fun

Go to the Flying M Coffee Garage and do some homework or just hang out. Head to Boise and go downtown and experience some shopping. Dutch Bros runs are the greatest and a nice little break from campus. Take a drive, there is some great scenery to go explore for a couple hours. Support NNU sports and go to the various events held on and off campus. It had led to some incredible memories. Getting involved in the NNU community has made such a difference in my college career.

Food and Dining

The dinning hall gives several options every meal. They are continually working to improve it. No one sits alone rarely. You can always go up to a table of people and ask to sit with them.

Dorm Life

Living on campus has given me great friends, a wonderful support system, and so many memories. The dorms host fun events and make it a great place to be. The dorms quickly feel like home and give you an instant family that you feel apart of.

Academic Rigor

The professors make sure to challenge you not only in academics but make sure to challenge you in the idea of using your faith in your career. They want you to have a well rounded education and make sure to tie other subjects that relate into the different classes.

Tips for prospective students

Ask questions! Someone will make sure your questions are answered. Visit campus and talk to students. Nothing meant more to me on my campus visit then getting to experience the dorm life and a daily routine and atmosphere of students.

In three sentences

A wonderful and supportive community committed to preparing you not only in growth of academics but in your faith. The campus is a community and it doesn't matter whether you're a freshman or senior, there is someone always there to go to.

Matthew from Lewiston, ID

I hear the campus used to get shot up by gang bangers occasionally but they rerouted the roads around campus and gated/fenced everything off and it is now completely free of threat.

Greek Life

None

Clubs and Activities

Funding is pretty decent for such a small school and there is generally almost something to do.

Great for these types of students

Middle(to Upper)-class, White, Christian Students, who are seeking more the prestige of the degree (generally if your parents went to school here) and less the quality of education and are not worried about the cost associated with it.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

As far as I know, nobody knows the origin nor the significance of some of the modern art sculptures around campus. The brick-house is one of the coolest hangouts and has a new event every week.

Bang for the buck

Terrible, extremely expensive but not much more of an education then you could receive anywhere else. Not a wide range of class options and many of the courses are condensed into 1 or 2 semesters.

What to do for fun

There are alot of clubs that put together projects and trips to do from time to time and a multitude of on campus events throughout the year, nothing special or unique though.

Food and Dining

It is probably close to par for the course by way of large volume production food, however the coffee shop is superb.

Dorm Life

The entire campus becomes a ghost town on the weekends and most of the dorms are very old.

Academic Rigor

The classes are very intensive and you are expected to pick up on a lot of material in a small amount of time. Grading is very focused on actual knowledge and comparison to other students, at least in the engineering department.

Tips for prospective students

Prepare for all of the costs associated with going to school and not just getting there.

In three sentences

This school is excellent if you are planning to pursue a degree in nursing or education but is average in all other programs. It is a good school if you already believe in the Nazarene doctirine and have an idea of where you stand on issues. It is also very nice if you live in the area as you will have something to do on the weekends.

Kayla from Nampa, ID

Nampa doesn't offer too much but there are always things to do outdoors.

Tips for prospective students

You become part of a family at NNU. It's a school that cares about each other as a human and not just a student.

In three sentences

This school is postive for me in my future as I learn and grow in my education. My instructors are great influence in bettering myself and my education. I have felt comfortable in the classroom settings with smaller sizes and familiar instructors.

Ella from Nampa, ID

Campus Safety at NNU is a big deal! They give their number to every student on campus and are always on call for anything. They even give rides home if you are out to walk late at night!

Greek Life

There is no greek life at NNU.

Clubs and Activities

There are clubs for departments that NNU doesn't even offer thats how many we have! Our clubs take state trips and trips across the map! Our clubs are sponsored by the school and run by students and professors!

Great for these types of students

Students that want to cultivate their spirituality and social life, basically anyone and everyone! NNU obviously has a very rigorous academic program, but it also has a very active spiritual community, being a religious college and all. But if you are not religious this is still the place for you! Come be an athlete we are a D2 university!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

NNU has big events that happen yearly such as, Rootbeerfest, TWIRP (The woman is required to pay) Black Tie and talent competitions such as MR. NNU and Fresheree. NNU also has two very famous statues, Howard the Elk and Berta the Polar Bear.

Bang for the buck

NNU may be a bit pricey, but it all pays off in the long, and short run. NNU is a very safe campus which ads a sense of comfort to parents far away. NNU has the closest community you can find, with professors that invite classes to their homes and even out to coffee.

What to do for fun

NNU and Nampa have so much fun things to do on the weekends and during the week. On campus you can find bi-weekly all campus events put on by the student government and dorm events put on by RA's. Around town in Nampa there is a dollar movie theatre and dollar milkshake place called Blazen Burgers. There is also a family fun center place called Wahooz that is cheap and very fun!

Food and Dining

Our cafeteria was just remodeled and refurnished and is beautiful! We have gorgeous dark wood tables and chairs of all sizes for big crowds or lunch dates! We also just got tv's that display all menus of what are being served. In our cafeteria we have a deli, grill, daily soup, exhibition station and main dish. This year we have a complete yogurt bar in the mornings and an all day gluten-free station.

Dorm Life

Dorm life at NNU is so much fun that sometimes it is hard to get any sleep at night! RA's and RD's are very involved in resident's lives and make it a point to create meaningful relationships. There is always something to do in the dorms and with other dorms.

Academic Rigor

NNU has a 100% post graduation job rate, which means having a degree from NNU gets you places! It is always said that it is easier to get into NNU than it is to stay there. The professors challenge you and push you to academic places you have never even thought about.

Tips for prospective students

Come take a campus tour! We have student ambassadors that will meet you and take you around and introduce you to some awesome people! We love having prospective students on campus to stay the night and indulge you into our community at NNU.

In three sentences

Northwest Nazarene University is by far the best university in the entire world. I have been to a few other colleges and universities besides NNU and have never had a desire to attend anywhere else. The community at NNU is unlike anywhere else because of the close ties to the city and the small amount of people on campus.

Anonymous

Our Student Government(SGA) is really good at holding really fun school wide events. It really dependes on the week.

Food and Dining

The food is okay just remember to put salt and pepper on ever thing because the food is a little bland. The cooks a really nice and willing to help anyone if you have a food allergy and need to eat something else.

Dorm Life

Dorm life at NNU is great, I stay in (Ford) which is for Freshman Girls and its great. We have all bonded and the rooms are also really nice.

Academic Rigor

That most professors don't tell you what they expect of you. As they should't considering your in college.

Tips for prospective students

A tip for me would be if your not sure what to do about your college choices. To pray about it a God will send you in the right direction as he did for me.

In three sentences

NNU is a wonderful place where you can worship, go to school, and also create life long relationships. If I had to rate NNU I would give them a solid ten because it is just a all around good community.

Kelsey from Colfax, WA

Campus safety is amazing. The security guards are very alert and aware of all that goes around on campus. They make sure to provide us with a safe and fun experience.

What to do for fun

NNU is always hosting free and fun events. I have gotten to know so many people and it has been great. Whether just hanging in the dorms watching movies or rollerskating at the Rollerdrome you can expect that every weekend will be exciting and full of adventures.

Food and Dining

The food and dining is okay. First semester I did not mind it too much but only having 2.5 weeks left, I am getting a little sick of the food. I wish there were more choices and the quality was a little better and healthier.

Dorm Life

I love the dorm life. At this point in the school year, I feel like my wing is one big family. It's awesome to see how much you all grow and change throughout the year; it has been nothing short of an amazing first year.

Academic Rigor

As I stated above, this school is one where you want to do well. Your professors care about you making it so you care about your education. I strive to do my very best in every subject and it definitely pays off.

Tips for prospective students

I would tell students that if they are looking for a school where you are a person and not just a number this is the school for you. The educators here are very invested into their students and want to see them succeed. Not only do you get to recieve an excellent education, but also memories and relationships that will last the whole rest of your life.

In three sentences

I came expecting very little of this school and it changed my life. I love my field that I will be going into; the professors are very invested in their students. The community is incredible and I could not have chosen a better school to attend.

There are plenty of interesting things to do around campus, from participating in the concert band, to playing video games with friends, to playing humans vs. zombies with the whole campus. You won't be bored.

Food and Dining

The food here is really good, with a lot of options. However, it does get kind of boring after awhile.

Dorm Life

Again, don't come here if you just want to party, but dorm life is very fun. We have plenty of parties, the students here are all nice, and you can have a good time in between studying.

Academic Rigor

The teachers work you very hard, and you learn a lot. But the teachers are so good at getting the subject through to you that you hardly notice how much you are learning, because its comes across very easily.

Tips for prospective students

Don't come here if you want to come to a party school, but if you want a great school with great academics then come. get your work done though, and apply for scholarships, because it isn't cheap.

In three sentences

Northwest Nazarene University has great teachers, great spiritual atmosphere and great fellow students. The campus is very nice as well. I would advise it to anybody.

Dakota from Walla Walla, WA

12/03/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Northwest Nazarene University has their own campus safety that are fully trained to take care of any issue that you need. They are especially helpful if you lock yourself out of your upper class apartments provided by the University.

Greek Life

Northwest Nazarene University does not offer any sororities or fraternities.

Clubs and Activities

Northwest Nazarene University offers a wide variety of campus clubs and activities. If you have a hobby there is probably a club for you. If not the university always allows a student to make their own new club only requiring a professor to be the sponsor in order to get funding.

Great for these types of students

Northwest Nazarene University is great for students that are dedicated t their studies and for students are seeking a Christian Education.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There is a freshman even that happens every year called the bare buns run. As you can tell from the name it does involve running around almost completely naked. The bare buns run happens with the first snowfall that sticks. The bare buns run is where all the freshman guys run around the freshman girls dorm and around the backside of the sophomore girls dorm and back inside while doing so all other students throw the nastiest concoctions they can come up with.

Bang for the buck

Northwest Nazarene University is very expensive compared to a state school but the level of education you receive is unparalleled. If you don't mind paying over $30,000 a year at the price of a world class education this is the place for you.

What to do for fun

There is a lot to do for in Boise, Idaho just a 20 minute drive from Northwest Nazarene University. Around campus there is usually always a campus sponsored event happening. If none of that suits you, you can go to a movie or go out for dinner.

Food and Dining

Northwest Nazarene University has one dining facility catered by Sudexo. This dining facility has a sandwich line, a grill line, an exhibition station, pizza line, and a main line. The sandwich and grill line stay the same serving hamburgers to various kinds of sandwiches. The exhibition changes every single lunch and dinner and sometimes features things that students suggest online. The main line is more traditional dinners like meatloaf, ham, turkey, ect. You can almost always find something you want to eat and the sandwich and grill lines help to fill the gap.

Dorm Life

The dorms at Northwest Nazarene University are not the best and are priced kind of high but with requiring all students to live on campus unless you are a non-traditional student Dorm Life facilitates friendship and comradery.

Academic Rigor

Northwest Nazarene University can be very challenging and tends to be more rigorous than a state school. Again if you want a place that will force to learn and grow this is the place for you.

Tips for prospective students

If you are passionate about your studies and want a place that will force you to grown and learn this is the school for you. NNU is very rigorous and if you are not interested in being serious about your studies this is not the University for you.

In three sentences

NNU is a place to learn, grow and develope into the person you want to be become. If you are searching for a university that pushes for academic excellence, Christ-like character, and facilitates personal growth this is the place for you. NNU is a private Christian university that is known for its Nursing, Teaching, Engineering, and Christian Studies degrees.

Suzie Student

The campus is well lite at night. There is when security needed. I feel very safe on campus even when I am there at night.

Clubs and Activities

There are a variety of clubs and activites for students to join and be a part of campus life.

Great for these types of students

Students who are looking for a Christ centered education. Working Adults as well as traditional students.

Bang for the buck

The program that I am in is for working adults. I am able to work full time and still attend classes.

What to do for fun

There are many options for fun both on and off campus.

Food and Dining

The food is excellent. Many choices are available accommodation a wide range of dietary needs.

Dorm Life

I live at home.

Academic Rigor

The classes are challenging and yet achievable. The professors are available to help with problems and will work with you.

Tips for prospective students

Register early. The staff is very willing to help with questions and concerns. They take their job seriously and will be very helpful.

In three sentences

This University has an excellent reputation for providing a quality education. The facility members are caring and very well trained in their fields. The quality of the education I am receiving will be used to help further my career as well as provide me with spiritual well being.

Danielle from Boise, ID

Have something for everyone and many opportunities for students to create new ones

Great for these types of students

Christian students who want to apply Christ to the academics and life after college

What to do for fun

Sporting events, activites put on by student government and specifc doorms

Food and Dining

The dex is very clean, there is always a lot of variety and the food is good

Dorm Life

Quite fun, always clean and always something fun to do

Academic Rigor

The classes specific to degrees are quite challenging and take a lot of study time outside of class. The professors have high expectations of all of their students and are pretty tough when it comes to grading,

Tips for prospective students

Save money for books, many of them are made specifically for NNU Just go to chapel, it ends up being quite interesting and fun Do not be afraid to reach out and open up to fellow students, everyone is so kind!

In three sentences

Absolutely incredible school! The teachers care about each student individually and the class room sizes make it easy to learn and interact. There is a strong sense of community as students care about students and there are always new activites to be involved in.

Brenda from Caldwell, ID

Security is great. Students have key cards to access buildings they need to get to. Dorms are only accessable to students who live there. Campus security is visible all the time.

Greek Life

only dorms

Clubs and Activities

too many to list.

Great for these types of students

traditional and nontraditional students have a place here

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Chapel is a nice break during the week. Recharge, connect, have some fun.

Bang for the buck

Even though the price is higher than public schools, the value surpasses the cost! A must be place to learn.

What to do for fun

The campus always has activities going on for all interest. And if you have an idea, they are always open to something new.

Food and Dining

Food is great and a huge variety all the time!

Dorm Life

from what I observe. good experience. I am a nontraditional student (mom with two kids at home) but my classmates are having good experiences.

Academic Rigor

Extremely challenging courses. Instructors are leaders in their fields.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be fulled by the size, NNU is a huge college experience wrapped up in a small package. Don't let the fact that NNU is a private Christian school scare you away. There is a purpose in you coming here, it is an amazing place to be. Quality education in a personal, caring atmosphere!

In three sentences

Small class size means greater learning. Instructors are very knowledgable and approachable. Small campus makes for greater personal experience.

Michell from Emmett, ID

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

I've never felt unsafe while on campus

Greek Life

Alpha Epsilon Delta

Clubs and Activities

http://www.nnu.edu/campus-life/student-involvement/clubs/club-directory/ . Here 's the link to NNU's website that shows all the clubs. I don't want to type that much

Great for these types of students

Those who are serious enough they want an education and not party and wacked enough you carry on with goofball activities

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Since I haven't started I don't know

Bang for the buck

Tuition is around $24K (2012) this includes tution, room & meals. With that said, you can get thousands knock off if you have a high gpa and act score

What to do for fun

There are several games like Zombies vs Cowboys, bonfires, watching movies in a pool. They really think outside the box when it comes to coming up with fun things to do.

Food and Dining

Where you aren't doing fine dinning there are several choices, from the grill area to main dishes, pizza and so on.

Dorm Life

Since I don'tl ive in the dorms this comes from others to me. Dorm life is a balance of crazy fun and private down time. The one thing everyone seems to like is they don't have to worry about drugs & booze being in the dorms

Academic Rigor

You are expected to keep your GPA up. With that said, there are all sorts of study groups,, tutors, and mentors that will help you with what ever you need to improve your grades

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you are here to get an education and not to party. You want a small, tight knit, family style university. Kooky on campus games like Zombies vs Cowboys are something you like.

In three sentences

Variety of degrees Family type campus Staff really works to help you suceed

Laura from Caldwell, ID

So many to choose from and I haven't even heard about all of them yet!

Great for these types of students

Students that love to get involved and want encouragement daily.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

I haven't been going here for very long and I don't know what it looks like on other campuses, but we have a College Bucket List every semester. It's a list of five activities to look forward to during the semester, and it usually involves the participation of more than half the student body. Events include campus golf, and alien vs. human wars.

What to do for fun

There are a number of activities on weekends to keep students busy, whether involved with clubs or just pitching in for a day. You don't have to commit yourself to anything, but it's there when you need it.

Food and Dining

Students complain about the school's food all the time, but I hear a lot of students eat out and eat together to encourage healthy eating habits.

Dorm Life

I haven't lived on-campus, but I've heard a lot of great things about it. I am considering to live on-campus next year.

Academic Rigor

It's hard and requires a lot from you.

Tips for prospective students

The first semester is the hardest, no matter what. Just remember to breathe and take one day a week for yourself where you don't do anything for classes. It helps you rejuvenate your brain cells and relax or have fun for a few hours.

In three sentences

It's a community of students, professors, and church members. It's a place to have safe fun. It's a place of free expression and spiritual encouragement.

Northwest Nazarene University is a place to belong and love as part of a community thriving to serve our Lord, transform culture, and be engaged in life together! People matter to each other and care about one another, and will strive to excel academically. You will find that God draws you to Himself as you experience the love of a community that accepts, challenges, encourages and walks with our God!

Christina

The campus is located in a safe part of Nampa and campus security does nightly rounds at 10pm, 1am, and 5am of the entire campus.

Greek Life

There are no sororities or fraternities.

Clubs and Activities

NNU has several different clubs and activities from Hope House, to Cru productions (drama club), ASL club, Outdoors club, Free Hugs club, Social Work club, there are literally dozens of various things for students to get involved in.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

One of the most famous traditions is the bare buns run that occurs after the first decent snowfall of the year where the freshmen boys and some girls run around the entire campus in their underclothes. For some freshmen it is almost like a right of passage. As far as locations on campus there is the Living Room in the Office of Spiritual Formation or the prayer chapel.

Bang for the buck

You get as much out of NNU as you put into it, so the experience is really up to you. This university has some of the best programs in the pacific northwest in various fields and the quality of education is reflective of that.

What to do for fun

In Nampa you can go to The Reel for a $1 midnight movie on weekends or if you're hungry Blazin Burger may be the place to go for a $1 shake after 8pm. In Boise there is Idaho Skate World where you can ice skate on weekend for a relatively decent fee. Then there are the various campus sponsored events like week back, fresheree, TWIRP (the woman is required to pay, black tie, Mr. NNU, Homecoming, and so much more!

Food and Dining

For food there is only one place to go and that is the Dex. Located at the student center the Dex serves all kinds of foods. The workers are friendly and fun and the food while not gourmet is decent and generally tasty.

Dorm Life

The dorms are a lot of fun and community gets better every year. As freshman you live in Ford/Culver, sophomores Dooley/Sutherland, junior-Corlett, and seniors in the Holly/Olson apartments. Overall dorm life is what you make it, the university opens the door, but you're the one who has to step through it.

Academic Rigor

Well the general education courses are typically easier, but then again they are general education courses. The difficulty of classes is dependent upon the class and the level of the class. Upper division classes are difficult, and for some majors this is more true than it is for others, but with the right amount of effort you can succeed.

Tips for prospective students

This is a liberal arts university which means you are expected to get a well rounded education in every subject from philosophy to math so be sure to plan you schedule accordingly. Do not be afraid to talk to your professors. Some of them may appear frightening, but honestly they all care about the students and are generally understanding.

In three sentences

The professors are amazing and truly do care about the students. The community goes beyond student expectations.

Camille from Nampa, ID

the campus safety is awesome. they have numbers you can call and are very big on making sure the campus is kept safe.

Great for these types of students

this school is really good if you are looking for smaller classroom settings where you are able to be more one on one with the teacher.

What to do for fun

i work almost full time and am going to school full time so i don't have a lot of extra time. i like to cook at bake for fun though. i know that the school offers many different activities for the students though.

Food and Dining

they have some very healthy food choices as well as some foods that seem to be just boxed. i wish it was more home made kind of foods.

Dorm Life

i am not too sure about this category because i have never lived in the dorms, and never will live in the dorms. as far as i know it is a great experience.

Academic Rigor

i think that this school and the teachers at it can be challenging, but they have free tutors that you are allowed to use. the classes tend to require a lot of outside time, but it helps you understand the concepts you may be learning in class more.

Tips for prospective students

if you are not a nazarene, still apply and you just may find that you like it. i am not a nazarene and the faculty have all been so kind and helpful.

In three sentences

this school is excellent in that the teachers i have had all know there stuff extremely well. the classes are not too big so you are able to interact with the teacher more. the campus is small so it doesn't take long to go from class to class.

Corey from Nampa, ID

01/23/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Tips for prospective students

when you arrive here and are overwhelmed. take a deep breathe because college isn't as scary as everyone makes it out to be. if you just buckle down and do your work, you can still make friends and have fun while maintaining a strong academia.

In three sentences

northwest nazarene university has the ability to transform and further a young persons knowledge and place in the world to a more mature standing. the university provides a safe environment for students to prosper into intellectual men and women.

there's plenty of places to go, if you have a car, or if you have friends that do.

Food and Dining

it's pretty good, all i could ask for is a bit more variety.

Dorm Life

it's pretty good, although the freshman guys' dorm isn't nearly as new or awesome as the freshman girls'.

Academic Rigor

it's a very good, and very challenging school. it makes you work, and it is a great thing.

Tips for prospective students

get to know your professors fast, and get used to always checking out whether you have homework or not, usually the profs. will tell you, but don't count on it.

In three sentences

overall nnu is a pretty great school. it has many very good departments. the theology department is a fair amount on the liberal side, so that may be a positive or negative depending on your own stance.

Jessica from Wenatchee, WA

12/31/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

This is a great school for students who are Christians. You will have the Christian perspective in all of your classes and will learn more about the history of Christianity. Also, there is chapel three times a week.

Tips for prospective students

It is best to not date during your freshman year. You'll be busy enough learning the college game. Take advantage of the weekends for doing homework and catching up on sleep.

Bang for the buck

It isn't as expensive as the bigger schools. This university gives large scholarships to students who deserve them and need them.

Am enjoying being here

It is a smaller school so it has a close community, that's one of the biggest perks of attending. Also, the teachers genuinely care about each of their students.

Am learning a lot

It is a liberal arts school which means you learn a little of everything and learn more than you need to know within your field. It is a good school to attend if you want to learn more about Christianity.

Austin from Nampa, ID

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Bang for the buck

Haven't started yet but I know plenty of people who have attended NNU and it seems like an extremely well rounded community in faith, education and fun.

Will enjoy being here

I have got my schedule leading up to the first days of class, and well it looks pretty great. Community fair, Root Beer Fest, Excursions, and outside of that i have heard there are tons of activities to get involved in i.e. clubs, intramural sports, and various organizations.

Will learn a lot

I will be a first year college student, fresh out of high school. I am excited for what NNU has to offer! I have heard NOTHING but great things about each program on campus.

Leslie from Rialto, CA

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has not been to campus.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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Bang for the buck

The school is a pretty expensive school but all money invested in education is well worth it.

Will enjoy being here

I will only know if I'll enjoy my time there by actually attending.

Will learn a lot

I was planning on attending NNU to try a new state and learn from different people. On the day of graduation from my high school I realized that I'm scared to attend the school. I dont know anyone or if I will like it there.

Kaisha from Tahoka, TX

Students looking to integrate their faith into every part of their education. If you're looking to be in a community of Christian members while getting your education, this is the place for you!

Tips for prospective students

Go check out campus so you can really see what it is like! I never visited campus before I attended and I wish I had. You can see what day to day life is like and get a feel for what you might be getting into.

Bang for the buck

NNU is considerable expansive and while the atmosphere is worth so much, I wonder every once in awhile if there is another college that would be offer the same thing at a much lower price. However, I am still attending NNU so it obviously has more than I am willing to give up just yet.

Am enjoying being here

I love being at NNU. We have such a community that is bubbling!

Am learning a lot

I have learned a lot since being here, just finished my first year. The classes I have taken thus far have expanded my thinking and made me question things around me to become more inquisitive while encouraging self-directed learning. The lessons taught here are the ones that will continue to stay with me even if just through the life lesson taught through it.

Kate from Seattle, WA

05/23/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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NNU is a good school for people wanting to grow into strong Christian adults. Even if you are not a Christian, it is a good school to help shape your morals and values to be a strong respectable person in the world.

Tips for prospective students

Apply for scholarships like crazy ahead of time. If you come to NNU strong with money it will make it easier to stay in the future. It will be easier to take out loans, just because you don't have that much money out already (so you won't keep piling up the loans). Also realize that this is a time when you are going to figure out who you are. Maybe write out your values, because you are going to be tested and have to come up with solutions on your own. NNU is a great environment for that, though. NNU really helps to shape you.

Bang for the buck

NNU is very expensive. The financial aid officers will work with you to try and help you with loans and scholarships, but it still is very hard to come up with the money. NNU is a great school and I love going there, but sometimes I wonder if it is really worth all the money. But if you can make it work and get scholarships, then it is completely worth it.

Am enjoying being here

I am enjoying it quite a bit. I love the community at NNU. People are very accepting of each other. There isn't the normal drama or fights like at other schools. People are willing to help you if you are having trouble. People have so much fun with out the raging parties too. It is just a good environment.

Am learning a lot

I am definitely learning a lot. NNU is a liberal arts schools so we are required to take a variety of classes. Sometimes it is annoying to take a variety of classes that I may not enjoy, but I learn so much. And the information really is helpful, even if I don't see it now. Not only am I learning a lot on the academic side, but on the spiritual side as well. Going to chapel, bible studies, and just hanging out with Christian friends really helps me grow in my walk with God.

Kaytlin from Nampa, ID

04/20/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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If you thrive in a busy and crowded environment NNU is not for you. NNU is so laid back and easy going but very intellectual. Also drinking and that sort of thing is not allowed so if that is what you are looking for NNU is not the number one choice. However, if you are looking for a family atmosphere that will be fun and energizing as well st spiritually and intellectually challenging NNU is wonderful.

Tips for prospective students

Come visit campus! Everyone who steps on campus, eats in the Dex, goes to a community chapel, or stays in one of the dorms can feel the family atmosphere radiating throughout campus and you will love it! Come meet a few of the profs and find out that you will be getting something here, that is just not possible in a lecture class of 200 people.

Bang for the buck

NNU, like any privet institution, is expensive. It is so deeply worth it however. There are so many opportunities here at NNU and there are so many social events that the money really pays off.

Am enjoying being here

The campus community is so uplifting at NNU, not only do the profs actually care about the students but the entire campus is really connected, everyone knows everyone else and most people are friendly. I don't feel like I have missed out on anything by going to a Christian college, if anything I have had more social and academic opportunities because of the small setting and I love it!

Am learning a lot

I love the intellectual and inquisitive atmosphere on campus. Not only are classrooms highly challenging but there are forums and discussions after hours about issues happening on campus and around the world. I am also learning so much about myself and my relationship with God. There are so many extra learning experiences on campus, even as a freshman I have had internship opportunities that I would never have gotten anywhere else.

Try everything but not too much. As a Freshman it's easy to get overwhelmed. Calm down and find a good set of friends. It's okay to not hang out with your wing, roommate, or your friends from the first week of school. Attend classes and do all your homework. Go to bed at midnight. Fred Meyer's Peanut Butter with Honey makes for a great late night snack. Learn your schedule and all of the schedules. Never miss chapel.

Bang for the buck

NNU is very expensive but it is worth every penny. You'll see that every penny of your tuition, room & board serves the school well. Everything here is so very nice and, compared to other schools, big. The dorm rooms are of adequate size and the dining cafeteria is usually worth the cost. Even if you are having a hard time affording college there are many scholarships, over 100, that will help you get money. All of these scholarships are only for people attending our university. Check it out.

Am enjoying being here

This school is just amazing and the campus is so beautiful. Although I'm from out-of-state I enjoy living here and would even move here. The weather can be a bit out of sorts but for the most part the weather is lovely. The community at this school is the most loving community I've ever met. Since Northwest Nazarene University is such a small school you'll get to know a lot of people and generally everyone is friends. NNU also has tons of opportunities for you to get involved and to have fun.

Am learning a lot

Every teacher has great things to offer and you never feel as if a class is pointless because every teacher offers great things for you. I never walk out of a classroom and think that I didn't learn anything because my teachers are always amazing. If you think you're struggling with anything then you can easily get help by asking the teacher. Teachers are always willing to help you out here.

Greggory from NAMPA, ID

10/11/2010

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Student who want an education, Who want to play sports but also learn, Students who want to graduate with a degree and have a well rounded education, Students who want to further themselves in graduate school, drama or music students as well!

Tips for prospective students

I should say, if you come to campus, get involved. Don't lock yourself in your room. Go to events, go to sports games, be involved in the student activities. The more you get involved and explore all the different parts of campus and people will start to recognize you and support you in what you do for being here and involved.

Bang for the buck

Yes NNU is a little pricey, but the financial aid works well with each student to address each of their needs as well as giving students many ways of applying for jobs in the area, even on campus at times. Being more expensive is definitely worth the price though. The environment feels safe and the dorms are well built with heaters in each room and Internet ports in every room as well.

Am enjoying being here

Here at NNU, the dorms are set up so we can really connect with the people and grow as a student body. There are plenty of fun events that bring us together and we have fun. I love the way the student government is set up and the campus is friendly. You can sit with anyone at any meal and not feel excluded.

Am learning a lot

This University has an excellent student to teacher ratio. There are many classes that have 30 or less and when it comes down to my specific major, the class sizes are even smaller. This is helpful when needing help or if I have questions on the material. I can call most of my professors at anytime and schedule an appointment if I need to and all the faculty and staff are very friendly.

Jessica from Eagle, ID

07/16/2009

Reviewer is A current student here.

9 out of 9 people found this review useful.
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NNU is a great place for students who want a smaller campus with fellow students and professors who care and want to invest in their life and students who want to truly find and prepare for their purpose/calling in life. NNU is a place where students are prepared to be global Christians through academic excellence, social responsiveness and creative engagement. NNU has 60 areas in the following schools: Art, Humanities and Social Services, Business, Education, Social Work & Counseling, Health & Science, and Theology & Christian Ministries. It is a Nazarene school, but 45% of the students are from different denominations.

Tips for prospective students

Beginning on move in day, decide to be friendly and reach out to others. Communicate honestly with your roommate. As you are walking down the sidewalks to class, make eye contact and smile! Sit in different places in the cafeteria. Look for people that need to be included and include them. Get involved on campus - there are lots of clubs and organizations to choose from. Don't forget to go to class, study, keep a calendar of when things are due, and get your needed exercise and sleep. If you don't want to gain the freshman 15, don't eat after 7pm, walk the stairs instead of taking the elevator, and eat your fruit and vegetables.

Am enjoying being here

NNU encourages academic rigor and spiritual vitality. I love being challenged academically, and I love the opportunities to learn more about God and serving others. Relationships are what makes life so fulfilling. I enjoyed getting to know a few of the the international students who came to NNU, along with the many other life-long friends I made this past year. I enjoyed serving on my freshman dorm council which planned and organized events for wings, the whole dorm, and our dorm with the other dorms. I also liked serving the admissions department by being a hostess to prospective students who visited the campus - I got to show them around, answer questions, and have them stay in my room. NNU is NCAA Division II, and I had lots of fun going to basketball, volleyball, soccer, baseball games, and track meets. The weekends were fun - it seemed like there was always an event, game, or a concert to attend with friends.

Am learning a lot

Of course I learned in the classrooms, but I also learned a lot about myself and about others in the dorm, cafeteria, and at campus activities. I had to learn how to properly juggle my study time, relationships, job, cleaning and laundry, and personal time (including sleep). Personally, I learned that my agenda book was one of my greatest assets, helping me stay on top of all of the papers, projects, tests, meetings, and fun activities. I found the importance of communicating clearly my expectations and my encouragement to my roommate. Setting the alarm clock across the room was another thing that I learned helped me to get up on time and get to class. I learned that my professors really care about me and that I can ask them for help with academics and with life questions. I learned how much I appreciate all my parents did for me and have sacrificed for me and that they have helped me, in so many ways, become a responsible, honest, and fun young woman.

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